Resident Camp

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Memories in the Making

Resident Camp…the flicker of the camp fire, the wind in the pines, the moon in the heavens, the stars that shine. A place where all can gather to make friends and build a camp community. spend some time at Resident Camp where friendships are strengthened, discoveries are made and campers go home with memories that will last a lifetime.

The Y welcomes all who wish to participate and believes that no one should be denied access to the Y based on their ability to pay. Through our Partnership with Youth Scholarship Program, the Sheridan County YMCA provides assistance to youth, adults and families based on individual needs and circumstances. Please click HERE for a scholarship application form.

Youth Resident Camp

Ages 9-11

June 24-29 * July 15-20 * August 5-10

Discover the magic of camp and enjoy fun activities in the great outdoors. Activities provide new friendships, adventure and personal growth creating days as unique as each of our campers. All youth camps offered at Y Resident camp are co-ed. Campers will be assigned to gender specific cabins with counselors in each cabin. Campers gain independence as they spend 6 days and 5 nights away from home in an atmosphere committed to building healthy youth. Campers learn responsibility as they take care of themselves and their belongings (with proper guidance), and gain respect for others as they share a living space with fellow campers. Campers learn to live the core values of the YMCA CARING, HONESTY, RESPECT and RESPONSIBILITY in terms of themselves, others and the environment. The value of Y Camp extends well beyond the camp session.

Fee: $275

Up-A-Notch Teen Camp

Ages 12-13

June 24-29 * July 15-20 * August 5-10

Up-A-Notch Teen Camp is the ultimate summer camp experience for teens. This is the camp our youth campers look forward to as they near the teenage years. Many of our activities remain traditional but with a higher level of adventure and skill. Up-A-Notch camp weeks includes resident campers ages 9-11 and throughout the day there will be a blend of all camp activities, shared meals, shared bunkhouses and shared counselors. There are specific activities for the older campers signed up for Up A Notch Camp as well as an opportunity to spend a night under the stars in the great outdoors. Our focus is still the same: the values and lessons taught at camp help each child to grow in Spirit, Mind and Body, and contribute to the building of memories that last a lifetime.

Fee: $275

Camp Frontier

Ages 10-13 * July 29-Aug. 3

Travel back to the 1800’s. Frontier Camp is a week long experience for those who would like to experience the life of a mountain man by traveling back to the 1800’s. Campers will explore the contributions mountain men like Jim Bridger or Daniel Boone made to the growth of our country. Campers will pitch in and enjoy activities such as stories around the campfire, dutch oven cooking, blacksmithing, gold panning and much more. Great adventure, great fun, great learning.

Fee: $275

Off to Camp Stayover

Ages 8-11 * July 2-3

Come check out the YMCA’s Resident Camp. Spend two exciting full days and one night with all your friends. This is the perfect opportunity for you to see what great things happen at our resident camp. We will leave the YMCA at 8:00 am and return the following day at 5:00 pm. Join us for a great stayover adventure! Space is limited so don’t wait too long to register.

Fee: $90

Basic Backpacking

Ages: 12-13 * July 8-12

This camp is aimed at the younger, perhaps less experienced hiker. If you want to share in the adventure of backpacking, we encourage you to sign up for this trip and challenge yourself to a fun and rewarding experience. We will learn the basics of backpacking while based at YMCA of the Bighorns Camp Roberts and work our way up to an amazing 3-day/2 night backpacking trip. Enjoy s’mores, campfires and majestic views on this fun-filled introduction to backpacking. This is an introductory backpacking expedition, and all you will need is an adventurous spirit! No previous experience is necessary. Fee: $275

Wilderness Backpacking

Ages: 13-15 * July 29-Aug. 3

If you are a true outdoor adventure seeking enthusiast you will want to join us while we explore the wonderland with high mountain meadows, huge clear lakes and stunning mountain peaks. While

previous backpacking experience is encouraged it is not required. Join us if you have an understanding of your physical ability to carry a backpack, camp in a tent under the stars and share in a group setting. As a group you will actively participate in all that is necessary to keep a clean, environmentally healthy campsite. Fee: $275

Trout Masters

Ages: 9-15 * July 29-Aug. 3

Cast a fly. Drown a worm. Get your feet wet. The Bighorn Mountains and surrounding area are a fisherman’s paradise and we are excited to share some of its great fishing with our campers. This camp is designed for all skill levels with a variety of activities. Come learn basic spin fishing and fly fishing, understand the aquatic life of a fish, what they eat during the year, habitat, basic lure-making and basic fly-tying. We’ll be fishing at many great locations ranging from Camp Roberts stocked trout pond to many trout packed fresh water streams and lakes. Fee: $275

Learn to Shoot / Hunter Safety Course

Ages 12-15 * July 8-12

A riflery/archery camp teaches kids calm deliberation and concentration. Because of the nature of riflery/archery, attention to detail is also cultivated in each camper. Y Camp has devised ways to make the activity more enjoyable through end of camp competitions or getting to take home their first bullseye. Before shooting campers are given courses on firearm safety, how not to handle a gun and the basics of marksmanship. Because safety is the primary concern, riflery camps are offered to older campers ages 12-15. Hunter Safety class will be taught by certified Game and Fish instructors. Shooting camp is designed to ensure safety and strict rules are enforced.

Fee: $275

Art Nomads

Ages: 9-15 * July 8-12

What is Art? Where is Art? Where is it not?

Uncover and explore the life of art. Several local artists will provide insight and support to discover several genres of art. View the world through their eyes, tools, habitat, and story! Know more, see more, feel more as everyday life takes on a new hue!